Dave's Picks Volume 1
Grateful Dead · 2012
168 min · 22 tracks · psychedelic rock
A vibrant tapestry of improvisational jams and heartfelt lyrics that capture the essence of live Grateful Dead performances.
Why this album works
This album is significant as it showcases the Grateful Dead's commitment to preserving their live performances, a hallmark of their legacy. It received positive critical reception and helped to solidify the ongoing interest in their extensive archives, highlighting the band's improvisational prowess and deep connection with their audience.
- Best for
- dynamic journey with peaks improvisational jams for exploration extended tracks for deep listening
- Context
- Released in 2012, 'Dave's Picks Volume 1' is part of a series celebrating Grateful Dead's extensive live catalog. At this point, the band had been disbanded for nearly two decades, with their legacy continuing to grow through dedicated fans and archival releases. This collection underscores the band's lasting influence on the jam band scene and their unique approach to live music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Cher· Neil Young· Bruce Springsteen· Bob Dylan· Cyndi Lauper· Bon Jovi· Elvis Presley· Prince
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Mississippi Half‐Step Uptown Toodeloo 10:42
- 2 Jack Straw 6:17
- 3 They Love Each Other 7:20
- 4 Mexicali Blues 3:40
- 5 Peggy‐O 7:43
- 6 Cassidy 5:27
- 7 Loser 8:32
- 8 Lazy Lightning > 3:14
- 9 Supplication 5:12
- 10 Brown‐Eyed Women Standout 6:09
- 11 Promised Land 4:32
Disc 2
- 1 Scarlet Begonias > Standout 10:31
- 2 Fire on the Mountain 11:52
- 3 Estimated Prophet > 8:41
- 4 He’s Gone > 13:52
- 5 Drums 5:24
Disc 3
- 1 The Other One > Standout 15:15
- 2 Wharf Rat > 11:10
- 3 The Other One > Standout 3:38
- 4 The Wheel > 5:23
- 5 Around and Around 9:09
- 6 Johnny B. Goode 4:20
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